50 Best Wine Bars near East York

“We had a large party to celebrate our daughter’s engagement to her fiancé last weekend with well over 80 people to feed. The food from Skara was on time, hot and delicious! Our guests kept asking us where the delicious gyros was from. Skara! I would highly recommend Skara for your catering needs. I will definitely continue to use them. #bestgyros #skaracatering #catering #partyfood“

“Great food. Great service. Definitely will return to try other dishes. Spicy 😥“

“I feel like it’s rare for restaurants to survive in Toronto as long as Grey Gardens has, but it’s so apparent to me now why it has.

This was a 10/10 dining experience for me, and pretty much the best I’ve had out in TO in a very long time. Just wow. The ambiance is so warm and inviting, the service is TOP notch, and the food is so damn delicious (we ordered a second tartare after we took one bite of the first one). Drinks were bomb too. We spent the entire ride home talking about how enjoyable and lovely our evening was. Thank you so much Grey Gardens! I will definitely be returning with many in tow!“

“A beautiful 10th wedding anniversary celebration. The entire team created a flawless experience.“

“A great little casual restaurant with friendly servers and kind of a house party vibe. Their wine flights are excellent choices, privately sourced by them. The only thing I’d suggest is that they cool their reds - were served a little warm.“

“I get emotional thinking about how much I love the Little Jerry. In a world of increasingly private equity backed restaurant concepts and music venues closing, the Little Jerry keeps the soul of music and hospitality alive in Toronto.
Jodie & the team make you feel like family anytime you walk in.
Whether it's for a cheeky weeknight happy hour, delicious dinner, or a late night dance - the LJ has become my home away from home in Toronto.
The best sound, the best wines, the best music, the best hosts and staff, and the best feeling.
Drop in sometime and it might become your regular hangout too! ❤️“

“What a hidden gem! Super nice spot, our server Poi was engaging and attentive, and the food was delicious. Highly recommend the shrimp tacos and the grilled octopus as well as the dessert - their custard pastries are as good as the ones I’ve had in Lisbon“

“Not only the best place to eat in the neighbourhood; one of the best in all of Toronto. Always imaginative additions to the menu. Great service.“

“This is my favorite local pub. superb food, yummy drinks, good vibes, friendly service, good times.“

“Great new spot! We went in for Friday afternoon snacks/wine after work, and it was awesome. The space is warm and welcoming, the wine list is interesting but accessible, and the food is incredible. A great addition to Dupont and would definitely recommend for a happy hour or dinner.“

“Went in with a friend on a Monday night and ended up discovering a great spot by accident. The atmosphere is lovely, the staff are super welcoming, and the service is great. Their drink knowledge is impressive, and it shows in the quality of the cocktails. Plus there’s interesting art which adds a nice touch. Highly recommend!“

“Amazing restaurant. The outdoor space in the back is great even in the winter. The sharing plates are so good and the wine selection is amazing.“

“We really wanted to enjoy the special event we attended, given it was $185 a ticket, but our seating was delayed by 45 minutes (though we did get some wine while we waited). In addition, guests from the first seating walked directly through the event when the sommelier was speaking to our seating, and a rowdy group at the bar made it impossible to hear the sommelier. I encourage the organizers to more closely consider such details for future events as these details detracted from our experience, and made our introduction to The Daughter not as good as it could have been. Not sure we will be back.“

“Great atmosphere, amazing food and service! Staff was knowledgeable and accommodating to Celiac Disease.“

“Midfield is my favourite place!! The wine list is wonderful with special descriptions under each wine, there was this wonderful creamy and textured chardonnay blend which I am still dreaming about . Not only a wine bar, midfield is also a food gem in the city! the chef has a farm where the vegetables are grown with love and you can tell, there are very creative/thoughtful dishes with the best seasonal ingredients. I have especially loved when celtuce is in season and on the menu, but year round the salmon crudo in its different iterations always hits the spot.
Beyond the food and wine, the atmosphere is warm and very cozy. Everyone working is always incredibly knowledgeable and passionate, and they seem to have an uncanny knack for recommending what I should drink, its like we have the same palate.
If you're looking for a place with amazing wine, outstanding food go to Midfield!!!!“

“This restaurant puts out consistently good food. We have gone there so many times and have never been disappointed. Highly recommend it!“

“Came here for a birthday celebration and while they didn’t give any freebies except a candle the experience was still amazing.

Love the mahogany decor and cute small space, reservations are recommended but can probably walk in on weekday nights. Sister restaurant to Patois so the space is literally on top of that restaurant, apparently used to be residential housing.

Our waitress was very friendly and food highlight would be the fish. We got the 10 course tasting menu which included basically everything except the risotto and coconut fried milk (which we still added on top).“

“Very nice experience with the owner to welcome us warmly when we arrived. The service and food were excellent, we enjoyed every bite and we will be back again. The wine list was very impressive and we are highly recommending this restaurant.“

“Enjoyed my birthday dinner. Very friendly service.“

“Love this place. Amazing vibe and super smoky hookahs. During the week it’s chill and cozy, and on weekends after 10 PM it turns into a real party with a DJ and dancing. Great variety of food, and the staff and management are always attentive and make you feel welcome.“

“Second time there to having dinner with my husband by Dior’s retreat. Very thankful and grateful“

“Excellent food and excellent staff“

“Immediately felt comfortable and love the cozy lighting and atmosphere. We didn't feel squeezed in, despite the cozy size. Our server was friendly, knowledgeable and made a killer martini. We had the chips du jour (so good we ordered more to go), the tar tar which was sumptuous, cavatelli with mushrooms and the short rib (savoured every bite). We'll be back to try the rest of the menu.“

“One of the places here that truly feel like an Italian ristorante. Quiet elegance, a tight yet exquisite wine list and delicious food that blends local freshness with the nostalgia of home. One of the very few venues that evoke the Italy i left behind. If you have an understanding of Italian culture you will fall in love with the food, the atmosphere and the generosity of spirit both the proprietor and staff have.“

“The vibe is wonderful. Hundred percent fit for friends group chilling. The combo, including alcohol n snacks is great, reasonable pricing. And the food is actually not bad. Beer u can kinda taste it might mix with water cuz pretty light. The whiskey is good. I prefer the whiskey ice tea over beer a lot. The staff is nice just not the front desk girl. When we walk in, she said they are full booking. We completely understand, even a bit disappointed, we r gonna search up another bar nearby. And then the next second she said she forgot they have second level which is empty😂 I was like what, how can you forget that. At the end, when we leave, we still don see they are full, lmao“

“Amazing food! Will be back!“

“We had an amazing dining experience at Scaddabush in Toronto! The food was outstanding — the pizza was absolutely delicious, and the carbonara was one of the best I’ve had.

What really made the visit special was our server, Kat. She was attentive, friendly, and made us feel genuinely welcome throughout the entire meal.

Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for great Italian food and excellent service. I’ll definitely be coming back!“

“Union is a nice and cozy restaurant. The cocktails we ordered (the magnolia spritz and the union martini) weren’t particularly strong. In fact, we were questioning whether they added any alcohol at all. But perhaps that’s our personal taste. The food, overall, was okay. We had the dry aged steak, fish, ribs and hen. Of the four, the fish was the tastiest dish. The hen was cooked well and the chalet sauce paired well with it. On the other hand, we were let down by the steak, which did not have any dry aged flavour whatsoever. Texturally, the ribs felt as they were cooked the day before and reheated, giving them somewhat of a stale and chewy feel. We also ordered three desserts: the orange chocolate tart, the cheesecake and the ginger cake with ice cream. I would strongly recommend the ginger cake and ice cream. The cake was sweet and fluffy and the contrast of heat and cold from the ice cream was lovely. The cheesecake was just okay but the tart was a disappointment; we left most of it on the plate. Overall, a decent experience with a couple of hits and misses.“

“I came here with my cousins and we had a great experience. Our waitress named Kiyya, was amazing, she made us comfortable right away and was quick with the orders and our accommodations. I definitely recommend coming here after the 10/10 service Kiyya gave us!! Thank you Kiyya, you made our night!“

“Had a wonderful experience dining here with my family. The food was absolutely delicious. The service was great, and the overall atmosphere made our visit very enjoyable. We had a fantastic time and will definitely be coming back. Highly recommend!“

“Food is so authentically good!“

“I was introduced to Gully by my friend Dwight the other day. He's raved about it previously and rightfully so! Everything was fantastic.
By far the biggest selection of Indian whiskies I've seen in the city, and then rest of the whisky collection is really well-curated. Chef Nalin is warm and charming, definitely knows his craft. Loved the wonderful cardamom-inflected smoked Old Fashioned and the pineapple Penicillin riff.
As impressive as the bar and drinks were, the food is the star of the show. I probably eat wings way too often, and the tandoori wings were the best-cooked wings I've had in the city in years, with a beautiful sauce. Loved the lamb chops, the corn tartlets, and the avocado chaat chips and dip for apps as well. And the curries! I've been dreaming since about the lamb shank and the shrimp coconut curries. Definitely will be back!“

“Good food and service, nice atmosphere 🍷“

“What a great evening! Went to Henry’s with a long time dinner group. Had a private function set up in Henry’s wine shop. Set menu arranged in advance. Food was exquisite, wines excellent, great location. So many restaurants get so loud that you have to yell at each other. In a private room you can relax and chat with each other. Service was brilliant. Pacing of the courses was right on. Absolutely deserving of Michelin recognition“

“Amazing pasta and pizza!“

“Had such a great experience at Bar Banane last night. The vibe was warm and intimate without feeling pretentious. Perfect for a relaxed night out.

We ordered the smoked sturgeon rillettes, which were outstanding and perfectly balanced. Easily a standout dish.

For drinks, we tried the Berry Dangerous and Eleventh Hour, and both were fantastic.

Great atmosphere, great food, and even better drinks.“

“Excellent food. and very friendly staff. The mushroom salad, veal marsala, and the short ribs were fantastic. We highly recommend this restaurant.“

“Food is great and reasonably priced ,great drinks and the staff are excellent ,well trained and have a laugh with you .The manager made me a Caesar (cocktail) and converted me …. Will definitely be back“

“Great food great atmosphere 👏🍷“

“Absolutely incredible dining experience and the value cannot be beat. We got the premium date night special for $150 which included cavier with prosecco or a glass of wine, 2 appetizers, two premium mains, 2 desserts and a bottle of house wine.

The menu is not limited either. A great selection of appetizers and mains. We had the carpaccio, arancini which were both delicious. On recommendation of the owner I got the halibut which was melt in your mouth tender and flavourful. My husband got the lamb which was incredible

My husband is a huge tiramisu fan and he raved about it and he is a tough critic

The service was outstanding as well. The owner was attentive and was happy to answer all of our questions. 10/10. We will be back for sure!“

“Came here on a Saturday night for a few drinks and apps.

For drinks, I got the non alcoholic Silent G which was super tasty.
For food we ordered the chicken and tuna melt empanadas as well as the Dumplings - all were delicious !

Atmosphere and service was also great! 😊“

“Took my wife here for her birthday. We had the 8-course chef's counter experience. Every dish was amazing. The staff were incredibly friendly and attentive. The wine pairing was a huge highlight and one of the best I've ever had. Each wine complemented and elevated the dish it was paired with in a way that I can't recall experiencing before.“

“Yesterday me and my partner went back to this pizzeria again. We’ve been here a few times before, but honestly the pizza last night was especialy good. We ordered a Diabola Bianca and a Margherita with procciuto, and both were amazing. Thanks to our server Louisa for recommending it.

The place was pretty packed, our server, was still very atentive and friendly. Even with the restaurant kinda full she took the time to check on us and made sure everything was good.

I actually like seeing the restaurant busy because it’s one of my favourite pizzerias, so it’s nice to see they have a lot of customers. Nights like this remind me why we keep comming back. Great pizza and great service.“

“It was a happy accident that led me to Tommy’s on a Sunday afternoon in the summer. I had been searching High Park and Parkdale for a good coffee, only to find most places closed after 2 PM. Luckily, Tommy’s was open — and what a wonderful find it was!

The café is located on a busy, unassuming corner with lots of streetcar traffic. From the outside, it looks like a vintage convenience store, and the interior continues that quirky, retro vibe, making it a really unique spot.

My barista was absolutely charming and knowledgeable, explaining all about the coffee being brewed. They use Reunion Coffee, and the iced Americano they made for me was perfectly balanced — smooth, flavorful, and refreshing. Tommy’s is a hidden gem for anyone looking for great coffee in a fun, nostalgic setting.“

“I visited on a weekend evening, and the restaurant was completely full.
Fortunately, the turnover seemed quite fast, and we were seated without having to wait very long.
The restaurant is fairly small, and the tables are positioned quite close together.
I ordered the pepperoni pizza, and it was excellent. The hot honey dipping sauce and garlic sauce were both delicious and complemented the pizza perfectly.
The pizza is served in square-cut slices, which made it easy to eat and share.
We sat at the bar, and it was fun to watch the pizzas being baked in the oven.
The mozzarella sticks were another highlight — crispy on the outside and perfectly gooey on the inside.
The male bartender was professional and friendly, which made the experience even more enjoyable.
I’ll definitely be back.“

“We had a wonderful experience at Tulia Osteria Bar The service was impeccable (thank you Andy!) and the food, amazing. We ordered the Antipasti Board to start and it was well curated and had ample portions. We followed this up a Pizzano pizza and Tagliatelle Bolognese. Very flavourful on both counts. And Pistachio gelato to finish. They are just getting started! Highly recommend. We will definitely be back!“

“Great spot for creative cocktails.“

“Super fun drag trivia night!!! Thanks Messy Margaret!!“

“Outstanding food, attentive wait staff and chef. Great atmosphere!! We will be returning for sure.“

“Delicious food and wine , nice atmosphere 👍🏻“